As a member of the Queenstown Chinese Methodist Church ministry team, your primary responsibility would be to provide executive and pastoral support for the Discipleship & Nurture (D&N) Ministry. You will work closely with the Pastor-in-Charge and the D&N Committee to steer, direct, and grow the ministry in accordance with the church’s strategic direction.
You will be responsible for coordinating and implementing various courses and programs for the congregation. Your role will involve identifying and developing a curriculum that enables people at different stages of life and spiritual maturity to be grounded biblically and grow to the full stature of Christ.
· To work closely with church leaders and the Discipleship and Nurture Chairman to develop an overall plan for the growth of discipleship among church members at various stages. To steer, direct, grow, and develop the ministry in alignment with the church’s direction.
· Understand the needs of members and suggest appropriate training to support them. Design a training program for ministry groups, adult church schools (weekdays and Sundays), and congregations. Monitor and evaluate the training support system and regularly review the training materials, suggesting improvements.
· Plan and execute/build discipleship programs/resources according to the church’s direction. Facilitate courses such as Disciple classes, Companion in Christ, Baptism and Membership Classes for the congregation. Source and recruit participants for training to be potential instructors.
· Coordinate with external trainers/speakers.
· Recruit, engage, and develop relationships with volunteers.
· Disciple and shepherd the volunteers supporting the ministry.
· Participate and collaborate in staff meetings, D&N trainings, and events.
· Identify, develop, and/or select small group curriculum and study materials, including overseeing/preparing Sunday sermon reflection questions for small group discussion.
· Oversee the administration and running of the D&N ministry.
· Assist in the planning of the yearly programmes and budget. Project and maintain the annual plan and budget of the ministry.
· Provide pastoral care and support in the church.
· Undertake other responsibilities as may be assigned by the Pastor-In-Charge such as attending to walk-in visitors, teaching or preaching sermons and others, as required.
· Theological diploma/degree from accredited institution/seminary, or related experience.
· Minimum 2 years of relevant experience.
· Demonstrated ability to creatively plan and execute programmes and events with strong time management & relational skills.
· A servanthood heart to serve the Church members, committee members, volunteers, staff team members and others.
· Good organisational, communication (oral and written) and people skills.
· Must be a team player with strong interpersonal skills.
· Pro-active, responsible, dependable, and meticulous.
· Ability and willingness to work non-traditional schedules, which include evenings, public holidays and weekends.
· Able to work independently.
· Willing to go the extra mile for the ministry without seeking returns.
We invite interested applicants to email detailed resume together with current and expected salary to admin@qcmc.org.sg.
We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Thank you.